A Partnership Agreement has been signed between Connected Energy and Forsee Power to design and develop a modular, scalable energy storage solution.
This initiative will integrate Connected Energy’s second life technology with Forsee Power’s ZEN 35 and ZEN 42 battery packs, currently used in around 1,500 electric buses across Europe. The partnership also aims to create an operational model for future large-scale commercial deployment.
When electric vehicles (EVs) reach the end of their initial use, their batteries can be repurposed for energy storage systems. These systems support renewable energy generation and behind-the-meter applications, extending the batteries’ lifespan and creating additional revenue streams. This makes EV batteries more sustainable and cost-effective, playing a vital role in meeting global energy demands.
“This agreement with Forsee Power represents a significant step forward in delivering a new second life economy for EV batteries,” said Matthew Lumsden, CEO of Connected Energy. “The availability of second life batteries is increasing rapidly and the best way to realise the value in them is through partnerships that span the value chain. By combining our expertise, we can deliver energy storage technology that delivers greater environmental and commercial benefits as the flow of batteries increases.”
Forsee Power specialises in battery systems for sustainable electric transport in Europe, Asia and North America, while Connected Energy has extensive expertise in delivering second life battery energy storage systems, with installations across Europe.
Both partners are dedicated to expanding these innovations to address global energy storage needs. The first 2.5MWh system will be operational in the UK by late 2025. Subsequent projects, each typically over 25MWh, are expected to follow in the UK and France.
Pic: Matthew Lumsden, CEO, Connected Energy
